Gangwon Football Club, based in Gangneung, South Korea, is a professional soccer club that competes in the K League 1. Established in 2008, the club has a relatively short history compared to some of its counterparts. Despite this, Gangwon FC has managed to make a mark in Korean football. Their most notable achievement came in 2017 when they won the Korean FA Cup, securing their first major trophy. The club's home venue is the Gangneung Stadium, a 22,000-seater stadium located in Gangneung. Gangwon FC is affectionately known as the "Auroras" due to the region's stunning natural phenomenon, the Aurora Borealis. This nickname reflects the club's connection to the local community and its unique identity.